Egg  (Striped) (P-10-5) by Akio Kamei 2 Compartments Edition KCG Karakuri BoxThis Egg box is created by Akio Kamei in 1999. Who is a Karakuri Creation Group’s master of craftsman. It is one of his famous works. and features interesting mechanism. In fact, there are some different varieties of this Egg piece, with different sizes and some designs depending on the era. Actually, this Egg is rare has the second compartments. While other Eggs typically only have one compartment, but this particu...

Sharaku Secret Box (Uchiyama’s Wood Inlay Art)  Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis traditional Japanese Yosegi(marquetry) style secret box. The box is designed with beautiful wood inlay featuring “Sharaku”, a famous Japanese ukiyo-e print by Haruo Uchiyama. Also There is inlay art of cranes, which is a symbol of Mr. U’chiyama’s design.He is an award-winning master craftman of wood inlay work. Also He created works in collaboration with Mr. Akio Kamei who is master craftman of Karakuri Creati...

Karakuri Test Tube Box Karakuri box is the ultimate woodworking item, combining the idea of "karakuri" handed down from generation to generation with new "karakuri" create from the rich imagination of craftsmen, which are then realized through precise and delicate processing.Also this box is decorated with marquetry (Hakone Yosegi).*Brand new condition, with the Box & Solution envelope, 3 Glass test tube included.The box mechanism works perfectly. Size : 125×115×100mm————————...

Money Bank by Akio Kamei KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis Money Bank puzzle box was created Akio Kamei in 1987. Who is a Karakuri Creation Group’s master of craftsman. It is his classic work and  features very interesting mechanism. a beautiful shape and grain of box as a piece of art. it will be a perfect interior decorating item on your shelf.The Kamei’s Stamp is on the inside of the box.* Excellent condition, with the Original Box and Solution Sheet (written in Japanese)Size : 80×80×60...

String Box IV by Akio Kamei KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis box was created by Karakuri Creation Group’s master of craftsman, Mr. Kamei.It's not so difficult to open. But can you open it by yourself ?This is in mint, new condition* Brand new condition, with the Original Box,Size : 91×91×63mmMaterial : katsura, magnolia, etc.———————————————————————————————————————————————***Payment via only PayPal Fr...

Hit Box  KCG Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxYou must hit the box to open it. This is quite simple, but it is also quitefunny. At craft fairs, many people felt that Karakuri Boxes were difficultto open. Therefore, this was designed. For a long time, the craftsmancontinued making it in secret, because, other craftsmen in our group weretrying to create special works, too. This is a new specification. The surface painting is an beautiful oil finish.The box mechanism works perfectly. opens and closes withou...

Goblet Secret Box by Shiro Tajima Limited EditionThis work was created by former Karakuri Creation Group member Mr. Shiro Tajima.This work is based on the famous Rubin vase motif. Also the box futures elegantly design and refined marquetry patterns.*This Goblet Secret Box is a Limited version design.The  box moves perfectly.*Brand new condition, with the Original Box & Solution envelope, Size : 120×70×55mm—————————————————————————————...

Book Type Secret Box (Large) by Noboru Honma 　Karakuri Box Puzzle BoxThis traditional Japanese Yosegi(marquetry) style secret box called “Hongata-Ruiji” It means “Book Type - Similarity”.And It is a rare limited edition design by Noboru Honma who is Legendary craftsman certified as a Japanese traditional craftsman of Hakone Yosegi Zaiku.This beautiful design is Mr. Honma’s original marquetry pattern that formed by combining triangles and trapezoids using highly sophisticated techniq...

Per the Karakuri website:Elevator BoxcraftsmanHiroshi IwaharaITEMRF-84Created7/2024Size(box body)135 x 84 x 60Size(storage part)59 x 47 x 28 (2 rooms)Materialwalnut, wendge, maple, magnoliaFacebookTwitter共有I imagined the movement of a character in a video game who runs up elevators.The trick is based on my past work, "Bean Bag Drawer" (RF-36), designed over 10 years ago.It was my favorite work however I gave no hint to solving it. This time, the hint is in the patterns on its surface.The dra...

Last up for auction in 2023!Per the Karakuri website:Secret Base 2craftsmanHiroshi IwaharaITEMRF-32Created10/2011Size(box body)90×90×75mmSize(storage part)*****Materialoak, walnut, birch, bubinga, othersoak, walnut, birch, bubinga, othersFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2011.This is a “Sisters work” of “Secret Base” (RF-18). The second compartment of the RF-18 is opened by a special operation. This work will be opened by same way. But, at first, yo...

Per the Karakuri website.Travel pillowKyoko HoshinoITEMHS-11Created11/2013Size(box body)114×54×70 ㎜Size(storage part)*****Materialancient keyaki (zelkova), magnolia, clothFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2013. I have been interested in the Travel Pillow for some time. It was a wooden box pillow that was popular during the Edo period for travel. When it was actually used, items required for the trip, such as a light or a mirror, were stored compactly insi...

Per the Karakuri website:Wrapping BoxKyoko HoshinoITEMHS-3Created11/2009Size(box body)68×68×123 mmSize(storage part)*****Materialmagnolia, cloth, ribbon, bellFacebookTwitter共有This work was designed as a Christmas present for 2009. There are times when a customer opens the karakuri-box only when given a hint at the exhibition. The hints are the movements of the parts, or the sounds when they shake the box for example. What would happen if there were no such hints available? This box was mad...

Please note that this is a large puzzle.  Dimensions below.The gift box and inserts are included.Per the Karakuri website:Hungry Sea OttercraftsmanYasuaki KikuchiITEMZ-17Created4/2024Size(box body)160 x 84 x 104 mmSize(storage part)28 x 49 x 23 mmMaterialwalnut, chestnut, magnolia, katsuraFacebookTwitter共有I created this work with two motivations as follows:First, I wanted to realize the mechanism of the traditional secret box in a more three-dimensional way.Second, I wanted to express movem...

A delightful tribute to Clue made in the medium of Lego!I have had so much fun with this puzzle, and so have many of my family and friends, young and old alike. Everyone can enjoy this colourful 'game board' and its many secrets.Out of all the lego puzzles I've ever had, this is the most reliable, every mechanism functions flawlessly every time.~This item can be found on Etsy from the original creator (for 820 USD), but BE WARNED, the product images/video on his page are full of puzzle spoilers!...

This is an unusual and special box.  It was designed and made in 2000 by Yoshio Okiyama of the Karakuri Creation Group.  The last time one was up for auction was eight years ago.  Because this is such a unique item, I am setting it up as a 14-day auction.I have tested the box and it works well.Note that I only have the packaging lid, not the complete box.  It also comes with the insert shown in the last photo.Per the Karakuri website:Twin BoxYoshio OkiyamaITEMYO-2Created1/2000Size(box body)1...

These are the build instructions only for those who missed out on the physical release. You can build it for yourself, have someone else build it for you, or build it to gift to a family member or friend. Be warned though, building it yourself will spoil the solve! (For personal use only!) The build instructions are in PDF format. They are fully illustrated and detailed just like official Lego instructions. Once purchased I will send the PDF and .io parts file to your preferred em...